2.5.1.6  Rail corridors in Melbourne-Geelong

Figure 65 and Figure 66 show that passenger loadings on Melbourne's rail corridors are projected to increase over time, reaching or exceeding crush capacity on the Craigieburn, Sunshine, Werribee and Dandenong lines by 2031.

Figure 65: Melbourne rail network weekday passenger demand relative to crush capacity 2011

Source: Veitch Lister Consulting (2014c)

Figure 66: Melbourne rail network weekday passenger demand relative to crush capacity projected 2031

Source: Veitch Lister Consulting (2014c)